Health Care Specialist - Paid Training & Tuition Assistance

DC Army National Guard; Washington; On-site; USD 4,500 - 5,600; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Monthly paycheck

Montgomery GI Bill

Tuition assistance

Retirement benefits for part-time duty

Low-cost life insurance

401(k)-type savings plan

Student Loan Repayment Program (up to

Health care benefits available

VA home loans

Bonuses, if applicable

Job summary

DC Army National Guard seeks Health Care Specialist to provide emergency medical care for civilians after disasters and to care for Soldiers in garrison and on deployment. You will address civilian medical needs, administer immediate care, and support medical readiness, supplies, and equipment.

You will train in Basic and Advanced Individual Training (AIT) and gain skills for civilian hospital or clinic roles; National Registry EMT certification is required and paid training opportunities are

Qualifications

• Must enlist in Army National Guard.
• Must be between 17 and 35 years old.
• Must pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards.
• Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com).
• EMT certification from National Registry of EMTs at EMT level or higher is required.

Responsibilities

• Administer emergency medical treatment to battlefield casualties.
• Assist with outpatient and inpatient care and treatment.
• Instruct Soldiers on Combat Lifesaver/First Responder training course.
• Manage Soldiers’ medical readiness, medical supplies, and equipment.

Skills

Patient care techniques

Advanced medical care

Plaster casting techniques

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

DC Army National Guard seeks Health Care Specialist to provide emergency medical care for civilians after disasters and to care for Soldiers in garrison and on deployment. You will address civilian medical needs, administer immediate care, and support medical readiness, supplies, and equipment.

You will train in Basic and Advanced Individual Training (AIT) and gain skills for civilian hospital or clinic roles; National Registry EMT certification is required and paid training opportunities are